10.000 ACCIDENT PREVENTION

10.989             Bicycle Helmets:

10.989             Bicycle Helmets: MSSNY supports requiring the use of approved helmets by all bicyclists on New York State roadways, regardless of age.  (Council 1/26/89; HOD 1992-16 & HOD 2007-154; Modified and Reaffirmed HOD 2017)

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10.987          Reflective Tape for Clothing:

10.987          Reflective Tape for Clothing: MSSNY encourages the use of reflective clothing for the protection of pedestrians, joggers, and bicyclists during times of poor visibility, inasmuch as the use of reflective tape prevents accidents through increased visibility.  (Council 6/13/91; Reaffirmed HOD 2007-153; Reaffirmed HOD 2017)

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10.983             In-Line Skating Injuries:

10.983             In-Line Skating Injuries: MSSNY supports the use of full protective equipment for in-line skating and supports appropriate efforts to educate adults and children about in-line skating safety, such as encouraging physicians to educate their patients about the importance of safety equipment use, and working with organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics to

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10.982          Expanded Use Of Safety Helmets:

10.982          Expanded Use Of Safety Helmets: MSSNY will pursue legislation which would require the use of helmets for all cyclists, inline skaters, skateboarders, alpine skiers, snowboarders, scooters and roller skaters, regardless of age.  (HOD 1997-176; Modified and reaffirmed HOD 2014; Reaffirmed HOD 2024)

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